Serena's POV. I stepped out of the bathroom, refreshed after washing up. Richard was waiting for me, his eyes locked on mine. "Serena, please, can we talk?" he asked, his voice laced with a hint of desperation. I brushed past him, my shoulder grazing his. "No, we can't. You said everything you needed to say that day," I replied, my voice firm and detached. I began to rummage through his wardrobe, searching for something. "What are you looking for?" Richard asked, his curiosity piqued. I turned to face him, a sly smile spreading across my face. "Contraceptives. I don't want to get trapped with your child in my precious womb," I said, my voice dripping with sarcasm. Richard's eyes flashed with anger, and he yanked me backwards, his grip aggressive. "Come on, Serena, don't tell me yo

